A proposed new Louisiana House District map would move a Black-majority district from central Louisiana to New Orleans’ Mid-City Neighborhood. The district being eliminated is currently occupied by Natchitoches Representative Kenny Cox who is not happy about the proposal…
Cut 3 (08) “..five different people.”
The House Governmental Affairs Committee is expected to approve this GOP drawn map tomorrow.

Senate Finance Chairman Bodi White doesn’t expect the Republican-led Legislature will go along with many of Governor Edwards’ proposals in the upcoming legislative session. White says the controversy over how Edwards handled the news that State Police was involved in the death of Black motorist Ronald Greene weakens his influence…
Cut 6 (10) “…even tougher.”
White was a guest on WRKF’s Talk Louisiana on Tuesday morning.

Dennis Allen was introduced as the Saints new head coach today. Allen promises his teams will be tough, smart, and highly competitive…
cut 21 (07) “…has”
Allen admits the biggest decision he’ll make is….who will be the starting quarterback next season.

Joe Burrow will be the first former LSU quarterback to start in a Super Bowl since David Woodley did it in 1982. Burrow and the Bengals arrived in Los Angeles today to continue preparations for Sunday’s Super Bowl matchup against the rams. Joe’s Dad, Jimmy Burrow, appeared on WWL Radio in New Orleans today and talked about how the former Ohio State Buckeye ended up at LSU. He was friends at that time with LSU safeties coach Bill Busch…
cut 13 (08) “…on board”

After what appeared to be an emotional meeting between Governor Edwards and the Legislative Black Caucus last week, over the roadside death of Ronald Greene in State Police custody, the caucus leader says “it’s all good.” Lafayette Representative Vincent Pierre said this to the Baton Rouge Press Club…:
CUT 30 (11) “…did anything wrong.”
But Senate Finance Chairman Bodi White, a Republican from East Baton Rouge Parish, still believes Edwards should have done more after receiving a text message from the leader of state police that there was an in-custody death…
Cut 8 (07) “…what happened.”
White made the comments on WRKF’s Talk Louisiana. No officers have been charged in Greene’s death despite a lengthy federal investigation.

The Saints introduced Dennis Allen as their new head coach today. Allen has served as the team’s defensive coordinator since 2015 and was also an assistant on Sean Payton’s staff when the Black and Gold won the Super Bowl. Allen says he wants to build on the culture of winning that’s already in place.

Two years after winning a national title, Joe Burrow is on the cusp of leading the Cincinnati Bengals to a Super Bowl championship. Brooke Thorington has thoughts from Joe’s Dad…
Cut 2 (32)…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The redistricting session continues at the State Capitol. This afternoon the Senate could pass its version of what the new Congressional maps should look like for the next ten years. Meanwhile, the House has spent the last couple of days discussing new district boundaries for the Louisiana House. Natchitoches Representative Kenny Cox is concerned about his district being eliminated and moved to New Orleans. He wonders what that will mean for the minority vote in the Natchitoches area…
cut 5 (12) “….going to be”

This morning on WRKF’s Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster. Baton Rouge area senator Bodi White was a guest and the Republican talked about why the Legislature and the governor have clashed on so many issues…
cut 7 (07) “…opinion’s right”
Edwards has called his relationship with House Speaker Clay Schexnayder as strained.

The Saints are holding a press conference this afternoon introducing Dennis Allen as the franchise’s new head coach. Allen gets the promotion from defensive coordinator, a job he’s held since 2015. So who replaces Allen at D-C. Ross Jackson is the publisher of the Locked on Sports podcast and he says there are a couple of in-house candidates…
cut 11 (14) “…at DC”

Most of Louisiana will be rooting for Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals in Sunday’s Super Bowl. Joe Burrow’s dad, Jimmy, told WWL Radio in New Orleans they can feel the love from all of the LSU fans…
cut 14 (12) “….go Bengals”
Burrow will be the first former LSU quarterback to start in a Super Bowl since David Woodley did it in 1982.

A term-limited lawmaker laments the loss of his House district as part of the redistricting process. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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The Louisiana Department of Health has issued the latest COVID-19 numbers for the state. DOH reports 2583 new cases and 64 new COVID-related deaths since Feb. 7. 294 of those reported cases are reinfections. Louisiana has now surpassed 16 thousand deaths due to COVID-19

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Dennis Allen will officially be introduced as the 11th coach of the New Orleans Saints Tuesday afternoon. One of the most important tasks for Allen will be rebuilding a Saints offense that scored just over 21 points per game last season, its lowest since 2005; the year before Sean Payton took over. Locked on Saints podcast host Ross Jackson says don’t be surprised if Pete Carmichael, who has been the team’s offensive coordinator since 2009, stays on in that role under Dennis Allen.

Cut 10 (16) “…certainly makes sense.”

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Jimmy Burrow the father the Joe Burrow was a guest on WWL Radio this morning and the former defensive coordinator coach and NFL player talked about how Joe demonstrated his athletic ability early on. Burrow recalls when Joe was made quarterback in Pee Wee football in third grade and then by fourth-grade coaches put him in some shotgun plays.

Cut 12 (10) “…pretty good.

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The ongoing redistricting session at the State Capitol is sure to cause some hurt feelings. Natchitoches Representative Kenny Cox expressed his dismay that his district will be moved to New Orleans, because of population loss in the Natchitoches area…
cut 4 (10) “…rest”
Cox is term-limited and he’s concerned the elimination of his district will hurt the minority vote in the Natchitoches area.

Senate Finance Chairman Bodi White doesn’t expect the Republican-led Legislature will go along with many of Governor Edwards’ proposals in the upcoming legislative session. White says the controversy over how Edwards handled the news that State Police was involved in the death of Black motorist Ronald Greene weakens his influence…
Cut 6 (10) “…even tougher.”
White was a guest on WRKF’s Talk Louisiana on Tuesday morning.

The Saints have called a 2:30 press conference where it’s expected they’ll announce Dennis Allen as the team’s new head coach. Allen was the frontrunner for the position after serving two stints on Sean Payton’s staff, including as defensive coordinator for the last seven seasons. Ross Jackson, host of Locked on Saints, says continuity was key for Mickey Loomis and the front office.
Cut 9 (12) “…the head coach.”

Meanwhile, Las Vegas Police have released a mug shot of running back Alvin Kamara following his arrest on a battery charge. Authorities say Kamara was the aggressor in a fight that occurred Saturday morning inside a Las Vegas nightclub. The victim suffered a fractured eye socket after he was allegedly punched and stomped on by Kamara and his associates. Kamara and the Saints have yet to comment on the situation.

A proposed new Louisiana House District map would move a Black-majority district from central Louisiana to New Orleans’ Mid-City Neighborhood. The district being eliminated is currently occupied by Natchitoches Representative Kenny Cox who is not happy about the proposal…

Cut 3 (08) “..five different people.”

The House Governmental Affairs Committee is expected to approve this GOP drawn map tomorrow.

COVID seems to be declining in Louisiana. Over 250 fewer people are in the hospital with the virus from just over a week ago. Tulane Epidemiologist Dr. Susan Hassig says she does worry about Mardi Gras being a super-spreader that will cause another surge.

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A Louisiana Workforce Commission program to help train new commercial truck drivers has had an overwhelming response. The Drive Your Future program, found online at “LAworks.net”, offers applicants a chance to get federal grant money for CDL training. Louisiana Motor Transport Association executive director Renee Amar says LWC is helping fill a shortage that’s been building for years…:

CUT 10(09)      “…across the nation.”

LMTA also offers a training scholarship program to cover the $5,000 cost.

In honor of quarterback Joe Burrow, a Cincinnati bakery is cooking up a King Cake with a Bengals twist. It’s called a King of the Jungle Cake, complete with a Baby Joey. Dan Busken of Busken Bakery has also been educating Bengal fans about what it means if your slice of the cake contains a Baby Joey and so far, it’s kept them busy.

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The chairman of the Legislative Black Caucus, Lafayette Representative Vincent Pierre, says they still have a great relationship with the governor despite controversy over how John Bel Edwards responded to Ronald Greene’s death. Pierre says the caucus also supports current State Police Superintendent, Colonel Lamar Davis…

Cut 6 (13)  “…Greene family “

Davis has led State Police since October 2020.

COVID cases and hospitalizations continue on a downward trend in Louisiana. Tulane Epidemiologist Dr. Susan Hassig warns there is a variant that’s been referred to as the sister of Omicron, which is circulating in the U-S, but she believes it will have a hard time making a foothold…:

Cut 8 (12)  “….point and time.”

When the Louisiana Workforce Commission unveiled their Drive Your Future program which pays for CDL training to enter the trucking industry they received an overwhelming response. Louisiana Motor Transport Association executive director Renee Amar praises their efforts to help with the trucker shortage and they also offer a program.

Cut  11 (11)  “…our scholarship program.”  

In honor of quarterback Joe Burrow, a Cincinnati bakery has cooked up a King Cake complete with a Baby Joey. Dan Busken of Busken Bakery was asked what Burrow thinks of his LSU influence on the Cincinnati twist on the beloved pastry…

Cut 15 (06)  “…or gets one.”

You can order a King of the Jungle Cake at busken.com b-u-s-k-e-n

Dennis Allen will assume the reins as head coach of the New Orleans Saints, according to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Allen was seen as the front runner to succeed Sean Payton, having served on Payton’s staff as defensive coordinator since 2015. Locked on Saints host Ross Jackson says Allen understands the culture of this team better than any other candidate the Saints spoke with, and that resonated with Mickey Loomis and the rest of the front office…:

CUT 20(24)      “…into their decision.”

COVID seems to be declining in Louisiana. Over 250 fewer people are in the hospital with the virus today than just last weekend. Tulane Epidemiologist Dr. Susan Hassig says she does worry about Mardi Gras being a super-spreader that will cause another surge..:

CUT 09(09)      “…it’s outside.”

A Louisiana Workforce Commission program to help train new commercial truck drivers has had an overwhelming response. The Drive Your Future program” offers federal grant money to get driver training. In the first day online, over 200 people applied. Day Two over 1000 signed up. Louisiana Motor Transport Association executive director Renee Amar says She says the life of a trucker may not be for everybody, but there are worse ways to make a living…:

CUT 12(12)      “…job with benefits.”

More information is online at “laworks.net.”

Cincinnati is gearing up for the Super Bowl, featuring former LSU star Joe Burrow, with a Joe Burrow King Cake. Busken Bakery owner Dan Busken describes the tasty treat…:

CUT 13(08)      “…baby Joe Burrow.”

You can order one online at “busken.com.” B-U-S-K-E-N.